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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1973
Page
2
Paradise Valley town council reviews Todd Rockwell’s plot maps showing washes flood paths and required ditches and culverts for a 50 year flood. Plans call for deeper northern ditches on Invergormdon Road and a drainage channel along the Berneil Dike with urgency to act now.
The piece argues Arizona should tighten auto safety laws and adopt an inspection system to reduce highway hazards. It cites 1/16 inch tread minimums, a Tire Industry Safety Council estimate of one in three cars with worn tires, and high accident rates as reasons to act.
Harriet Van Horne critiques Phase 4 of the Nixon economy as rising prices upend daily life. She notes grocery bills, eggs at 1.10 a dozen and bacon at 2.00 a pound, shifts in eating habits, and humor about pasta as a filler. The piece cites Herbert Stein and Benton Gup, mocks government hedge tactics, and imagines future hardship for households and critics of policy.
Harold Pickering of Phoenix responds to Rex Orme in the Scottsdale Daily Progress letter section. He cites Bible verses opposing pornography and argues against state control, urging preservation of free society while protecting children from temptation and offensive material.
A Washington hoax report from August traces a fake U S bombing of Monaco, with officials denying, clarifying and joking about secret actions. It claims dramatic twists from State Department, Pentagon, White House, and Andorra, ending with a mock celebration and renewed secrecy.
Letter writer objects to a proposed town code banning livestock and poultry, arguing horses are livestock and 4-H programs benefit local children. He cites a 6-1-5 section and warns the rule would threaten community traditions and youth education. Residents Peggy Craver and others support or critique the paper's replies.
A reader champions a new park at the Camelback and Scottsdale Roads corner and supports another at Indian School and Scottsdale. The proposed green spaces would improve safety for pedestrians and beautify Scottsdale Road from the canal to Indian School, aiding shoppers and area travelers.
In Lordsburg New Mexico the Liberal reports a quote praising a shift back to precinct structure. The remark notes it will give party members more voice in internal affairs.
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